Dorothy is not well
The vet thought pancreatitis
I agreed she has the symptoms, though not the temperature
Meds, pain relief but not yet needing IV fluids
She will be reviewed again tomorrow morning.
She’s clingy and needy and sad
And almost collapsed once when trying to vomit
I’ve seen patients do that so didn’t panic
I don’t panic when the animals are poorly
She’s wrapped in one of my jumpers with her head on my side
They break your heart just a little, don’t they?
Yes they do but it's worth it. Hope she improves soon. Lots of love from me and my Luna who cost me a small fortune in vet fees when she got very sick as a puppy xxx
ReplyDeleteYou have been such a good caretaker for her - lucky dog and lucky you to have her.
ReplyDeleteGWS Dorothy. x
ReplyDeleteMy lily had severe pancreatitis - she was hospitalised for a weekend - then during the daytime for more treatment until friday - I fed her through the tube at night - Then for another. week plus every hour- then she began to eat by herself and the tube. was removed - love to you both x
ReplyDeleteOur little dog, also Lily, had a couple bouts of pancreatitis which were treated with "stomach calming" meds and various diet changes. We finally settled on poaching turkey breasts and broccoli for her and knock on wood no further trouble. Hope Dorothy has a similar positive outcome, perhaps minus the home cooking!
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John has said many times he feeds his dogs on sausages and McDonalds.
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DeleteTake a long look at your comment and say your mother would be proud of you
Lee
Your mother would be proud of you.
DeleteThere you are Lee, said it exactly as instructed.
Only as a treat - even a dog professional will offer sausage on occasion - anon troll is a troubled desperate woman x
DeleteOh Sweetie, cuddle up and rest together.
ReplyDeleteYou are wrong John, they break your heart bloody BIG time. Lots of positive vibes and love to you and Dorothy xx. Jan in Castle Gresley
ReplyDeleteI so agree! Pat in Pennsylvania
DeleteI hope she makes a speedy recovery. Such a worry for you. Sending loving healing vibes to you both. xx
ReplyDeletePoor girl. Get well soon Dorothy...sending healing vibes your way across the oceans. Love to all xx
ReplyDeleteHoping she recovers thoroughly and soon, yes it feels like our heart is breaking... she's fortunate to have you taking care of her ,take good care of yourself as well... Mary
ReplyDeleteSending best wishes, positive energy & healing vibes for Dorothy's complete & quick recovery. And yes, they break your heart a little and then some, and they're worth every bit!
ReplyDeleteHugs to you and Dorothy.
Yes, heartbreaking. Thankfully you know how to cope and that will be a great help to her. Hope Mary and Roger are ok
ReplyDeleteUnfamiliar with the disease in dogs, is it diet related? I know I put patients on low fat diets that were disposed to the problem. Hope she gets better soon.
ReplyDeletePoor girl. Hope she's better soon.
ReplyDeleteOh geez. I am sorry to hear this. They do break your heart. My very best thoughts to both you and your Dorothy-dog.
ReplyDeleteI was confused, thought it was you who was sick. Lets hope Dorothy feels better soon. Take care of yourself too. Gigi
ReplyDeleteSending my best wishes for a speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteSending healing thoughts and comfort to poor Dorothy. I hope she feels better soon.
ReplyDeletejust a little bit…..a prayer for no pain and maybe recovery take care John Gray
ReplyDeletePoor Dorothy, I understand it's a painful condition. I do hope she recovers quickly. They certainly tear at your heart when they're sick - it's one of the times you wish they could speak, and tell you how they're feeling and where it hurts. Love to you all.
ReplyDeleteI sure hope that Dorothy feels better soon -
ReplyDeletePoor baby. I would love to cuddle her all night.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear this news about Dorothy. I know how much you love her.
ReplyDeleteReally hoping she gets well soon.
ReplyDeleteSending good vibes, you both are lucky to have each other. Hugs from the states!
ReplyDeleteSending positive thoughts for you both! xo
ReplyDeleteHopefully she turns a corner quickly xo
ReplyDeleteBilly was ill recently and we really thought the worst. It took him two weeks to recover completely. Sending lots of love to Dorothy.
ReplyDeletePancreatitis sucks - in both people and pets.
ReplyDeletePancreatitis sucks - in both people and pets.
ReplyDeletePoor Dorothy! I hope she improves very soon. So worrying when your animals are ill.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes from me too.
ReplyDeleteI add my wishes for a speedy recovery for Dorothy. Look after yourself too.
ReplyDeletePoor little Dot. Do get well very quickly - and be assured that you're in the best hands possible.
ReplyDeletePoor dogs - they rely on their humans to catch their symptoms. Luckily you did.
ReplyDeleteGet well soon, Dorothy.
ReplyDeleteHow sad. Hope she recovers quickly and fully. Poor thing.
ReplyDeleteI do hope she gets well soon. Poor girl.
ReplyDeleteWe lost our sweet girl recently to leukaemia. I miss her so much. My arms ache for her. Yes they break your heart. Xx
Thinking good thoughts for Dorothy.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear, I do hope she has a speedy recovery. Hugs to you both, noreen
ReplyDeleteI do hope your sweet girl is better today. Jackie
ReplyDeleteHugs to you and very good wishes to Dorothy.
ReplyDeletelove, Beth, Gemma's Person.
I admire people who stay calm when their pets are sick, I'm stupidly panicky when mine are. And yes, it's heartbreaking to see them poorly and sad.
ReplyDeleteGet well very soon Dorothy x
Alison in Wales x
Such a sweet girl. May this just be a bout of something that has come and will go.
ReplyDeleteGet well soon, Dorothy. I have no doubt she will be receiving the very best of care. X
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear it, John. I hope she feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteAwwwwww poor Dorothy and you cannot explain to them what's happening and that she will soo feel lots better. Hope she can sleep and you can stay with her.
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Hope she gets well soon,John. We had to take our dog to ER last week. She couldn’t walk. Vet said cervical disc maybe. We opted for rest and calm at home. She’s better now with meds and able to walk without support. So scary..
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ReplyDeleteDad John said when you are better you can have those meatball things you love
Might even add a bit of Scotch Egg too!
Get well soon lovely
Auntie Tess x
Hope Dorothy is feeling better soon. So hard when they are ill. x
ReplyDeleteDo we have an update on dear Dorothy this morning. If it is indeed pancreatitis she may need careful feeding and special food indefinitely. No more cocktail wieners or meatballs for her. Is D about 9 or 10? Is that old for a bulldog?
ReplyDeletepls let us know how she is and how you are!
They do break your heart, yes. I hope Dorothy feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteThe price we pay for having pets. Get well soon Dorothy dear
ReplyDeleteHope Dorothy’s improved x
ReplyDeleteGod John there is always something
ReplyDeleteSending love
Keith
Xx
Trying not to worry as it's been a while without a note from you John
ReplyDeleteHopefully all at your home are just resting too well for you to give us the most recent news, xx Mary
Feel better dear, dear Dorothy.
ReplyDeleteXO,
Kaye
John, how is she doing? Better I hope.
ReplyDeleteSending love - to all of you.
ReplyDeleteWishing you both well. Jxx
ReplyDeleteHoping no news is good news.🤞xx
ReplyDeleteI hope that Dorothy is alright. Also, that you are. Jean in Winnipeg x
ReplyDeleteI hope everything is OK.
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